Group Controller at Koniag Tech

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Jul, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Consolidation, U.S. GAAP, M&A Integration, Internal Controls, Financial Reporting, Purchase Accounting, ERP Implementation, Revenue Recognition, Audit Management, Working Capital Management, KPI Dashboards, Team Leadership, Budgeting and Forecasting, Tax Compliance, Multi-entity Accounting, Board Reporting

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Group Controller Location: Minneapolis, MN or Grand Rapids, MI Reports to: CFO Travel: 10%, specifically to current and future operational hubs Position Accountabilities Own the close — Lead GL, AP/AR, payroll, fixed assets, and revenue recognition; deliver accurate, on-time consolidated financials across entities per GAAP. Drive controls and audit readiness — Maintain internal controls, manage lender/covenant reporting, and lead external audits and tax filings. Lead M&A integration — Own purchase accounting and post-close integration of COA, ERP, and reporting for acquired businesses. Scale financial infrastructure — Build ERP and reporting systems that flex across P&Ls and support ongoing acquisition growth. Sharpen operational finance — Partner with FP&A on forecasting, cash/working capital visibility, and KPI dashboards by business unit. Build the team — Recruit and develop a high-performing accounting function. Partner with the CFO — Deliver board-ready reporting and analysis that informs executive decisions. Responsibilities Financial Leadership * Lead all corporate accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and revenue recognition. * Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes. * Prepare consolidated financial statements across multiple legal entities and business units. * Maintain compliance with U.S. GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements. * Develop and monitor accounting policies and procedures that support a scalable, high-growth organization. Financial Reporting & Controls * Oversee preparation of monthly management reporting packages and board reporting support. * Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting governance. * Coordinate annual financial statement audits and serve as primary liaison with external auditors. * Manage compliance with lender reporting requirements and financial covenants. * Ensure sales tax, income tax support, and other regulatory filings are completed accurately and on time. Operational Finance * Partner with FP&A to improve forecasting accuracy and financial visibility. * Support business leaders with financial analysis and operational insights. * Improve working capital management, including receivables, payables, and cash flow reporting. * Develop KPIs and dashboards to measure financial performance across service lines and business units. Systems & Process Improvement * Build scalable financial processes to support multiple P&Ls. * Standardize reporting while allowing flexibility for different service lines. * Lead continuous improvement initiatives across accounting operations. Opti * mize ERP systems, reporting tools, and financial workflows. * Evaluate and implement automation opportunities to increase efficiency and strengthen controls. * Establish scalable processes to support continued acquisition activity and business growth. Mergers & Acquisitions * Coordinate purchase accounting and opening balance sheet activities. * Develop and execute post-acquisition accounting integration plans. Standardize accounting processes and reporting across newly acquired businesses. * Standardize accounting processes and reporting across newly acquired businesses. * Drive timely integration of ERP systems, chart of accounts, financial reporting, and internal controls. Leadership * Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team. * Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. * Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Sales, Professional Services, HR, IT, and executive leadership. Qualifications Required * Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. * CPA required. * 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities. * Experience in professional services, technology services, managed services (MSP), VAR, software, or IT consulting organizations. * Experience leading accounting for multi-entity organizations. * Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting. * Experience managing annual audits and external auditors. * Advanced proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel. Preferred * Experience in private equity-backed or family office companies. * Direct experience supporting multiple acquisitions and post-merger integrations. * Experience with revenue recognition for professional services, software, hardware, maintenance, and recurring managed services. * Experience with ERP implementations or system migrations.

Responsibilities

Lead all corporate accounting functions, including the financial close, consolidated reporting, and internal controls for a multi-entity organization. Drive the financial integration of acquired businesses and scale the financial infrastructure to support ongoing growth.